Silky Cocker Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Silky Cocker is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Easygoing

Silky Cocker dogs are low shedders. The coat sheds an average amount and doesn't require much care.

Silky Cockers are not the best watchdogs. If you want a guard dog, the Silky Cocker is not the breed for you. They will 'watch' everything - but that's usually as far as they go.

Maltese and American Cocker Spaniel

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Red
Cream
Brown

The coat of a Silky Cocker is longer than that of the typical dog.

Wavy

A Silky Cocker can have a litter of 6-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Silky Cockers are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Silky Cocker is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Skin Problems
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Obesity

Entropion
Ectropion
Corneal Erosion
Phosphofructokinase Deficiency
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Dental Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Shaker Dog Syndrome

X-Rays
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Eye examination
Blood Tests

For those who lead a balanced lifestyle, Silky Cockers may be a good choice as they have an average energy level.

Silky Cocker have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Silky Cocker dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

Silky Cockers dogs are tend to sleep less than other breeds, but they still require adequate sleep to maintain good health.

Silky Cockers tend to bark moderately, they bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or to communicate something. They may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Walk, Playing

Silky Cockers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Silky Cocker, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Silky Cockers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Silky Cocker is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Ideally, Silky Cocker should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 14-18 pound (6 - 8 kg) Silky Cocker feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Silky Cocker is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Silky Cocker is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Silky Cockers has average obedience intelligence. But, they're also independent thinkers. The Silky Cocker is a breed with an exceptionally high IQ and may get into mischief if left to their own devices.

This dog breed is particularly attuned to its environment and the emotions of those around it. It can be easily overwhelmed by loud noises, new environments, and unfamiliar people or animals. This dog is best suited for individuals or families who are patient, gentle, and understanding of its sensitive nature. It may also benefit from a calm and stable home environment, with a consistent routine and plenty of positive reinforcement training.

Silky Cockers are known for being excellent apartment dogs. They are fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard.

A Silky Cockers typical characteristics indicate that this breed of dog is an ideal companion for kids and makes them family pets. Their gentle and protective nature and calm mentality make them gel along quickly with the younger humans

Silky Cockers are very cat friendly dogs. They generally make good companions for cats.

Silky Cockers are very friendly towards other dogs. This breed typically have a happy and affectionate temperament around dogs.

Silky Cockers are friendly dogs and won't commonly bark at strangers. However, if you wish to change this, training them is easy. With their intelligence, teaching this breed to do anything is pretty simple.

The Silky Cocker is a playful dog. So, no matter how busy the day may get, the best thing you can do for your Silky Cocker is to make time each day to play. It can be as little as 15-20 minutes, and it will mean the world to them.

Silky Cocker dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.